Barbara Boxer actually said...

The reason we have relations are geopolitical reasons, that we want to work to change these places.

I think the fact that our regional partners got to actually meet human rights advocates is very important.

The fact of the matter is they represent the status quo and the status quo in Cuba has not worked.

This historic decision rejects the failed sanctions policy of the past 50 years and opens a new chapter in U.S.-Cuban relations.